Library Assistant II - Spanish Outreach Coordinator (Main) (Grade 9)

Yuma County Ag; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Wellness Incentive

Job summary

Yuma County Ag seeks a Spanish Outreach Librarian to coordinate Spanish language services for the public and lead outreach staff. The role includes guiding service delivery, assisting with training, and producing program statistics.

You will collaborate with the Community Relations Manager on marketing, deliver presentations, and engage with Spanish-speaking communities while managing materials and event logistics.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Library Science, Spanish Communications, Education or related field, plus two years’ library services experience.
• Fluent in Spanish and English, including speaking, reading and writing to serve Spanish-speaking communities.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain; background check completed; valid Arizona driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Spanish language library services for the public under supervision.
• Lead library staff, oversee functions in the absence of supervisor and train new outreach personnel.
• Collect and report statistics for Spanish Outreach; assist with selecting Spanish materials and outreach events.
• Work with Community Relations Manager on marketing and community outreach; conduct presentations.
• Assist patrons, explain policies, issue cards, handle fees and fines, shelve materials.
• Plan and coordinate outreach activities; manage event registrations and schedules.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community Outreach

Staff Leadership

Public Speaking

Report Writing

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Library Science / Spanish Communications / Education

Job description

This position is advertised from the minimum to the midpoint hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs library work of moderate difficulty in the coordination of Spanish language library services for the public; acts as lead worker for assigned library staff; this position has department specific responsibility; hours may vary (Monday – Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District.

Nature of Work (Illustrative Only) Gives guidance and direction to staff and oversees library functions in the absence of the on‑site supervisor; assists with training and orientation of new Spanish Outreach employees; collects, tracks, and generates reports for the Spanish Outreach program statistics; assists with the reviewing, selection, and ordering of Spanish language materials; works with Community Relations Manager to ensure marketing and outreach to the community; provides library services, conducts outreach, delivers presentations, assists patrons, explains library policies and resources, and communicates effectively with Spanish‑speaking individuals and community organizations; responsible for report writing and program statistics; may check materials in and out, handle fees and fines, issue library cards, and shelve books and materials; plans and coordinates various activities for outreach throughout the year; ensures assigned staff are engaging with the community; determines work schedules for outreach events; ensures that registrations for events are filed and submitted in a timely manner; generates reports; assists patrons with their needs; responds to complaints; organizes and conducts library programs and activities; may be assigned to work in other library branches and divisions; maintains automated and manual files; assists in preparation of schedules, reports and correspondence; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

Associates Degree in Library Science, Spanish Communications, Education or related field, and two years’ experience working in library services, community outreach, public programming, education, or a closely related field.; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; must be fluent in Spanish and English, including the ability to speak, read, and write Spanish at a level sufficient to independently provide library services and conduct outreach to Spanish‑speaking communities; must possess or have the ability to obtain a fingerprint Clearance Card; requires successful completion of a background check; must possess and maintain valid Arizona driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of: Yuma County and Department policies and procedures and functions; techniques of library operations; the Dewey Decimal System; children’s services as practiced in public libraries; books and authors; principles and practices of supervision.

Skill in: Assigning and reviewing work performance of others; using office machines, and automated systems; communicating effectively in both English and Spanish, verbally and in writing, with patrons, coworkers, community organizations, and other stakeholders; providing effective customer‑oriented service; handling irate patrons and tense situations; establishing and maintaining effective relationships with Spanish‑speaking patrons and community partners; following written instructions; developing and delivering engaging Spanish‑language programs, presentations, workshops, and outreach activities.

Ability to: Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; in assigning and leading the work of others; lift up to 30 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Medical Coverage Category

The YCEBT is a self‑funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee’s needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.

This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.